1955 Austin A 40 vs. 2011 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2011 Honda Jazz is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Jazz (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Jazz weights approximately 17 kg more than 1955 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Austin A 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda Jazz, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Honda Jazz (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 40. 2011 Honda Jazz has automatic transmission and 1955 Austin A 40 has manual transmission. 1955 Austin A 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda Jazz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 40 | 2011 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | A 40 | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1047 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 42 L |
